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14 minutes ago
An update to police mental health story: Ald. Notariano supplies research to support software

Alderwoman, police union differ on program’s value.

Choate Mental Health Center in Anna is one of the largest employers in southern Illinois and has been the subject of recent lawsuits seeking to stave off a downsizing of the facility. (Capitol News Illinois file photo)
IL State News
16 hours ago
State says it will keep 25 mental health beds at Choate, expand regional jobs

While IDHS backs off full closure, Southern Illinois lawmakers call the plan ‘inadequate’.

Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce
Local
17 hours ago
Mike Murphy talks about upcoming events with the chamber

With the events continuing all around Springfield. The Chamber continues the fun

Fall Guide
18 hours ago
Instacart’s Illinois Halloween report: Reese’s is No.1, regional candy quirks and the iconic banana costume

Instacart reports on Halloween trends in Illinois and around the country.

Gregory McDonald booking photo
Local
18 hours ago
Rural Springfield resident arrested on child porn-related charges

According to court records, Gregory A. McDonald, 36, faces six felony counts of Possession of Child Sexual Abuse Material. 

University of Illinois head football coach Brett Bielema
Sports
22 hours ago
Bret Bielema’s father passed away

“I was grateful to go see him on Thursday night and Friday morning of this past week and spend a memorable last time with him.”

road closed signs in Illinois
Local
1 day ago
Springfield to hold meeting on Iles Avenue widening project

Anyone interested is invited to attend.

Local
1 day ago
Advocate: District 186 should get on board the federal education tax credit

“It entails the state opting in, which is a big if.”

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